Finished program in May, but now have to fly 4 work next week & anxious

had enough · Post by **had enough** » Fri Aug 15, 2008 4:41 am

Thanks Frances...that was really helpful. It's just hard to feel those anxious feelings again when i haven't had them for months and I have felt so good not having to deal with them.

pecos · Post by **pecos** » Fri Aug 15, 2008 7:10 am

Sure.. But when the come back, you know what they are and they will not hurt you.. It's just anxiety and it ALWAYS PASSES... I went through the same thing and I'm doing what I can to get by... But once things start rolling again, it will be good once again...

Wow, youre cute Frances...

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Fri Aug 15, 2008 1:47 pm

I'd do the what if thinking in reverse and speak it out loud. What if I enjoy the plane ride...what if it's such a beautiful day I get to see things I've never seen before....what if I do super and get off the plane feeling SO empowered...what if I don't need to take that pill....You'll do great but don't let the fear stand in your way...plow through it and say 'to hell with fear' cuz that's where it originates from. Send it back where it came from.

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Sat Aug 16, 2008 4:24 am

Thanks Michiganmom.... I think it's just hard having to travel without my husband...he's my rock...and he travels all over the world for work, so it's not a big deal to travel with him cause we are together and he makes me calm down. It's stepping away from that support system that's hard. I much prefer being at my desk for work and not having to travel around for it.

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Sat Aug 16, 2008 2:36 pm

You'll do great, and hey, even if you have some anxiety no big deal. Your hubby will be so proud of you, and taking this step will definitely make you stronger. Keep us posted and tell us of your victory when you return.

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Sat Aug 16, 2008 4:44 pm

I sure hope it makes me stronger...i think what is stressing me out is that I have so many happy things to look forward to in the next couple of weeks but I have to cross this hurdle first. Our first wedding anniversary is on the 25th then we go on vacay for that the next weekend. That's why I would just prefer to be home...but I have to go and make the best of my experience.

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Sat Aug 16, 2008 5:40 pm

I would really encourage you to feel the feelings and not to avoid them by taking a pill right away. Feeling anxiety or panicky isn't failure at all. The fact is, that if you finished this program, you have skills to feel the fear, face the fear, and overcome the feelings without medication.
You may consider taking a pill with you but not taking it. Remind yourself that it is there but instead you are going to challenge those feelings for as long as you can. If you find yourself needing the pill, take it and remind yourself that you did a good job by allowing yourself to feel those feelings for a little while.
Remember, panic doesn't mean failure... it means SUCCESS, because everytime you panic or have high anxiety, you are doing something amazing to challenge yourself and your growth!!!!
Once you get to the point where you stop running from panic/anxiety sensations, and you allow yourself to ride through them without medication, you will become stronger and stronger and build up more confidence in yourself. There is power in NOT taking that pill!

Always be good to yourself, accept how you feel and know those feelings ( although distressing) are NEVER dangerous and as quick as they come, they will go on their own... yes even without medication!

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Mon Aug 18, 2008 4:03 pm

So i completed my first segment of my trip this morning. All went well. Two more flights this week. Thanks for all your support it has really helped.

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Mon Aug 18, 2008 4:52 pm

YA!! I was thinking of you today and wondering when you were actually leaving from your original post. I am glad to see your post here! I knew you could do it.

I am telling you, you are going to be taking the world by storm going all over the place!

Enjoy your week....and be PROUD of yourself!!

Guest · Post by **Guest** » Fri Aug 22, 2008 1:46 pm

Thanks everyone for being so supportive. I got back this afternoon from my week long two city tour. It was a great week and made a lot better by being able to come to this forum and read your well wishes.